Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth, harmony, and well-being. Here you will find options to help you explore and transform yourself, and your important relationships.
Tammy Westergaard (She/Her)
MA, LMHC
As a collaborative, solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can’t change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve current challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
A key part of any change is understanding; once you understand the emotional patterns that lead to current behaviors, we can work to create positive and dynamic change. Together, we will work toward repairing the past emotional injuries and hurts that have led to patterns of disconnection and separation.
Central to my therapeutic focus is the neuroscience of Attachment Theory. This psychological theory states very simply that, as human beings, one of our central needs is to love and be loved, in the relationships that matter to us. As social beings, our brains are hard-wired for connection. When connection is lost, we often respond with defensive or protective thoughts and behaviors. Noticing and naming our present emotional experience in relationship is the beginning step toward healing. Building awareness and skill in bringing our unconscious relational dynamics to the surface in the present moments of relationship helps to create the transformations that endure outside of therapy sessions.
Professional Identity and Training
Licensed in the State of Washington (MHC.LH. 61255834) as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I specialize in therapy for couples, families, and individuals. I have a Master of Arts in Psychology, with a specialization in Counseling, and a Master of Arts in Organizational Systems, both from LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University. My private practice is located online, and in the Juanita Bay area of Kirkland, WA.
Additional Training and Certifications:
Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT) Level 1
Terry Real Relational Life Therapy Level 1-3
Exposure and Response Therapy for OCD
EMDR Level 1 & 2
Personal Statement
I truly love my work. Helping people better understand themselves, their relationships, and their lives has been my calling for as long as I can remember. I consider it a privilege to serve others from a place of deep care, vitality, and loving humor. I am dedicated to actively holding space for each client’s self-discovery and healing. My therapeutic approach is to provide nurturing support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal and relational life challenges. I integrate many complementary methodologies and techniques in order to offer a highly personalized approach, tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual, couple, and family to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.
A Note About Response Time
It can be hard to reach out for help, and it makes it even harder if you are left hanging, waiting for a reply. It’s easy to get in touch with me, and I am committed to replying to your inquiry within 48 hours. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or relationship dynamic, or you are just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Please call or email me for an individual, couple, or family therapy consultation today, and rest assured I will get back to you within two days.
It can be hard to reach out for help, and it makes it even harder if you are left hanging, waiting for a reply. It’s easy to get in touch with me, and I am committed to replying to your inquiry within 48 hours. If you are looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or relationship dynamic, or you are just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Please call or email me for an individual, couple, or family therapy consultation today, and rest assured I will get back to you within two days.